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Dr. Barbara Penetar, DO

Danville, PA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Penetar, Anesthesiologist in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Barbara Penetar, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Penetar completed her residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Penetar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penetar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penetar’s office at (570) 271-6621.

    Where did Dr. Penetar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa

    Is Dr. Penetar board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Penetar, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Penetar speak?

    Dr. Penetar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Penetar treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Penetar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Penetar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Kidney and Ureter Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus
    • Renal and Ureteral Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter
    • N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
    • Bladder Disease
    • Bladder Neoplasm
    • Bladder Growth
    • Unspecified Bladder Mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D494: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Adenoiditis
    • Adenoids
    • Persistent adenoid infection
    • Long-term adenoid inflammation
    • Recurrent adenoiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3502: Chronic adenoiditis

    What procedures does Dr. Penetar perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Penetar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Penetar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Penetar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Penetar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6621 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Penetar accept in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Penetar in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Penetar's office located?

    Dr. Barbara Penetar's Primary Practice

    100 N Academy Ave

    Danville, PA 17822

    (570) 271-6621

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    Dr. Barbara Penetar's Practice 2

    1800 Mulberry St

    Scranton, PA 18510

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    Dr. Barbara Penetar's Practice 3

    1201 Oak St

    Pittston, PA 18640

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    What is Dr. Penetar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Penetar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063498350.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penetar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penetar

    What is Dr. Barbara Penetar's specialty?

    Dr. Penetar is a Anesthesiologist near Danville, PA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Penetar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Barbara Penetar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Penetar is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Barbara Penetar accepting new patients in Danville, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Barbara Penetar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barbara Penetar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Penetar's office at (570) 271-6621 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barbara Penetar?

    Please contact Dr. Penetar's office at (570) 271-6621 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Penetar have?

    Dr. Barbara Penetar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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